The population of Brenham is approximately 16,948 (1994), 15716 (2010).
The approximate number of families is 4,794 (1990), 5859 (2010).

The amount of land area in Brenham is 19.149 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0 sq kilometers.
The distance from Brenham to Washington DC is 1281 miles. The distance to the Texas state capital is 81 miles. (as the crow flies)
Brenham is positioned 30.15 degrees north of the equator and 96.39 degrees west of the prime meridian.

Brenham is where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed in 1836. Historical sites abound. Festivals & special events held nearly every weekend. Between mid-March and early May, Brenham is the HEART of the bluebonnet region! A wide range of wildflowers blooms during this time, and a Scenic & Historic Driving Route exists. Free maps are available from the Chamber of Commerce. Call toll-free 1-888-BRENHAM for more information.

Independence Baptist Church and Museumnot far from Brenham in Independence10405 FM 50. Open W - Sat 10am - 4pm Phone: (979) 836-5117Tour the oldest continual Baptist church in Texas. The Rev. Paul Sevar is a gracious host and will arrange personal tours for groups by appointment. The impressive standing columns and ruins of the original site of Baylor College are close by.

Blue Bell Creamery1101 S. Horton St./FM 577 Toll-free: 1-800-327-8135Hours: M - F 10 am - 3 pm Reservations recommended;The "little creamery in Brenham" is a popular stop for visitors. You can tour the business that made this town famous and enjoy samples in its old-fashioned ice cream shop. Groups of 15 or more require reservations.

Ellison's Greenhouses1808 S. Horton St. Hours: M - F 9 am - 5 pm, Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm. Call 979-836-0084 for tour information. Ellison's is a breathtaking, working greenhouse located on 5 acres at two sites. Ellison's is famous for its annual poinsettia production, but also features year-round blooms. Tours are available by appointment.

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